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This is a standards based two-semester course in algebra with emphasis on the structure of algebra. The acquisition of skills and the understanding of concepts are brought about by the study of such topics as formulas and their usage, signed and literal numbers, equations, fractions, factors, etc. In addition, students who elect this course should be prepared for a more rigorous and independent use of the textbook as well as more challenging worksheets and non-routine problems.
Prerequisite : A grade of at least a “B” in Math 8 is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate competence in mathematical reasoning
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to make decisions
• Write effectively
This standards based semester long course provides an extension of algebraic principles with concepts more abstract in nature. Emphasis is directed towards understanding and applying algebraic concepts and skills. Selected topics from trigonometry and analytical geometry are included. Students who elect this course should be prepared for a more rigorous and independent use of the textbook as well as more challenging worksheets and non-routine problems.
Prerequisite : A minimum grade of “B-“ in Algebra I and Geometry
Academic Expectations
• Read and interpret information effectively
• Use problem-solving skills with rigorous approach
• Use the skills needed for the productive use of technology
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This is a two-semester standards based Algebra 1 course with emphasis on the structure of Algebra. The acquisition of skills and the understanding of concepts are brought about by the study of such topics as formulas and their usage, signed and literal numbers, equations, fractions, factors, etc. This course is recommended only for students of average mathematical ability and background.
Prerequisite : A passing grade of at least “C” in Math 8 is required
Academic Expectations:
• Listen with understanding
• Use the skills needed for the productive use of technology
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to solve problems.
This is a standards based semester course that an extension of algebraic principles with concepts more abstract in nature. Emphasis is directed towards understanding and applying algebraic concepts and skills. Selected topics from trigonometry and analytical geometry are included.
Prerequisite: A minimum grade of a “C” in Algebra I and Plane Geometry is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Speak effectively
• Develop competence in mathematical reasoning
• Write effectively
10183 ALGEBRA/GEOMETRIC APPLICATIONS
This is a Standards Based Algebra course designed for those students who have successfully completed the Developmental Algebra – Ramp Up Course. The course is structured to assist students in acquiring skills to be successful on the grade ten MCAS.
10211 HONORS PLANE GEOMETRY (Gr.9)
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10212 PLANE GEOMETRY (10) (CP)
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10242 PLANE GEOMETRY Jr/Sr (CP)
This is a two-semester standards based course, which stresses the formal structure of geometry with arithmetic, algebra, and numerical trigonometry. It also emphasizes critical thinking involving relationships, their proofs, and skill in applying the inductive method to mathematical situations.
Prerequisite : A passing grade in Algebra I is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to solve problems
• Write effectively
• Speak effectively
10222 ADVANCED ALGEBRA and TRIGONOMETRY (CTP)
This is a standards based semester course designed as a continuation of Algebra II. This course will develop the concepts necessary for studying college level mathematics.
Prerequisite : A minimum grade of “C” or better in Algebra II
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate skills needed for the productive use of technology
• Competency in mathematical reasoning
• Read with understanding
10402 INTRODUCTION to STATISTICS (CTP)
Designed for college bound juniors and seniors, this semester long course introduces students to the rigorous analysis of data. It includes the four major themes: exploring data, planning a study, anticipating patterns, and producing models using probability, simulation, and statistical inference. Extensive use of technology is included. A graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite : A passing grade in Algebra I is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate skills needed for the productive use of technology
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to make decisions
• Write effectively
10533 PLANE GEOMETRY Jr/Sr (WR )
This is the second course of the series that assists students in acquiring competencies necessary for the application of the mathematics skills identified on the MCAS. It is a two-semester standards based course, which stresses the formal structure of geometry with arithmetic, algebra, and numeric trigonometry. It also emphasizes critical thinking involving relationships, their proofs, and skill in applying the inductive method to mathematical situations.
Prerequisite: Passing grade in developmental algebra required
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate leadership and membership in working with groups
• Competence in mathematical reasoning
• Speak effectively
10552 DEVELOPMENTAL ALGEBRA (Ramp Up)
This is a two-semester standards based course developed to assist students to acquire competencies necessary for the application of the mathematics skills identified on the MCAS. It is the first course in a series of two, both of which must be completed in order to master the standards of Algebra I and Informal Geometry
Note: This course cannot be taken if any other math course has been taken and passed.
Academic Expectations :
• Write effectively
• Use a variety of technologies
• Use problem-solving skills
10543 DEVELOPMENTAL ALGEBRA II (WR)
This is a standards based semester course that an extension of algebraic principles with concepts more abstract in nature. Emphasis is directed towards understanding and applying algebraic concepts and skills. Selected topics from trigonometry and analytical geometry are included.
Prerequisite: A minimum grade of a “C” in Algebra I and Plane Geometry is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Speak effectively
• Develop competence in mathematical reasoning
This standards-based year long course stresses the formal structure of geometry with arithmetic, algebra, and numerical trigonometry. It also emphasizes critical thinking involving relationships, their proofs, and skill in applying the inductive method to mathematical situations. Students who elect this course should be prepared for a more rigorous and independent use of the textbook as well as more challenging worksheets and non-routine problems.
Prerequisite : A minimum grade of “B-“ in Algebra I is required.
Academic Expectations :
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to make decisions
• Write effectively
• Read with understanding
This standards based semester course emphasizes trigonometric functions and their applications, the extension of conic sections and the concept of theory of limits. There will be extensive use of the scientific and graphing calculators. This is a prerequisite course for calculus.
Prerequisite: A minimum grade of “B-“in Algebra II (HAP) is required or a ”B” in Advanced Algebra (CPT).
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate the skills needed for the productive use of technology
• Competence in mathematical reasoning
• Read with understanding
This semester course is designed for college-bound students who are considering careers in science, engineering or mathematical fields. It presents in integrated form, the basic concepts of analytical geometry and calculus, both differential and integral.
Prerequisite : A passing grade in Pre-Calculus is required
Academic Expectations
• Demonstrate the skills needed for productive use of technology
• Competence in mathematical reasoning
• Demonstrate involvement in their education
This year long course is designed for college-bound students who are considering careers in science, engineering or mathematics. It presents, in integrated form, the basic concepts of analytic geometry and calculus, both differential and integral. The purpose of this course is to provide study of elementary functions and the general theory and techniques of Calculus. A graphing calculator is required. Students will take the Advanced Placement Examination.
Prerequisite: A”B-“ or better grade in Pre-Calculus is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate the skills needed for productive use of technology
• Competence in mathematical reasoning
• Demonstrate leadership and membership skills in working with groups
Designed for college-bound juniors and seniors, this semester course introduces students to the rigorous analysis of data. It includes four major themes: exploring data; planning a study; anticipating patterns; and producing models using probability, simulation, and statistical inference. Extensive use of technology is included. A graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisite: A minimum grade of “B-“ in Algebra II is required
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate the skills needed for productive use of technology
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to solve problems
• Competence in mathematical reasoning
Designed for college-bound juniors and seniors, this year long course introduces students to the rigorous analysis of data. It includes four major themes: exploring data; planning a study; anticipating patterns; and producing models using probability, simulation, and statistical inference. Extensive use of technology is included. A graphing calculator is required. This course is the precursor of the statistics required by most fields of study in college. Students will take the Advanced Placement Examination.
Prerequisite: A grade of “B” or better in Algebra II is required.
Academic Expectations:
• Demonstrate the skills needed for productive use of technology
• Demonstrate the ability to handle information in order to make decisions
• Competence in mathematical reasoning
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